2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 874 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1980 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Silverado | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2670 mm |
